RE Industry Seeks GST Cuts for BESS, EPC Services Ahead of October 8 Council Meet

The renewable energy industry is seeking GST reductions on BESS and renewable energy EPC services along with review of Input Tax Credit (ITC) framework ahead of the GST Council meeting scheduled for October 8, 2026. Energetica India speaks with stakeholders to gauge expectations.

Policies & Regulations | 07/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

MNRE Proposes Standard Solar Cell Nomenclature Under ALMM-II

MNRE proposes 14-digit codes to standardise solar PV cell identification under ALMM List-II.

Business | 07/10/2026 | By EI News Network

Solar Cell Capacity Under ALMM Reaches 37.39 GW in October 2026

MNRE has updated the ALMM List-II, adding 529 MW of Mono-PERC solar cell capacity in October 2026, taking the total enlisted capacity to 37,393 MW. Premier Energies Photovoltaic, a subsidiary of Premier Energies, has added 529 MW of capacity, taking the company’s total enlisted capacity to 3,812 MW.

Policies & Regulations | 07/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

MNRE Mandates Country-Coded Model Numbers for Solar Modules

MNRE has mandated country-coded model numbers for solar PV modules registered with BIS.

Policies & Regulations | 05/10/2026 | By EI News Network

MHI Approves 382 Sites for Delhi EV Charging Network

MHI has approved 382 sites in Delhi to expand the city’s electric vehicle charging network.

Policies & Regulations | 05/10/2026 | By EI News Network

BluPine Energy Signs Multiple Renewable PPAs in Rajasthan, Targets 150 MW C&I Portfolio

BluPine Energy has signed renewable power purchase agreements with KEI Industries, Craftsman Automation and Sunbeam Lightweighting Solutions, while targeting a 150 MW commercial and industrial renewable energy portfolio in Rajasthan.

Business | 31/07/2026 | By EI News Network

Avaada Secures USD 1.3 Billion Financing for 2.15 GW Renewable Energy Portfolio

Avaada Group has secured approximately USD 1.3 billion in financing for its 2,150 MW renewable energy portfolio, comprising 1.35 GW of hybrid and 800 MW of utility-scale solar projects. Backed by State Bank of India, REC and Canara Bank, the projects will supply clean power to MSEDCL and GUVNL.

Business | 31/07/2026 | By News Bureau

Sterling Green Power Opens Talegaon Manufacturing Facility to Expand DG Set Production

Sterling Green Power Solutions has inaugurated a new manufacturing facility in Talegaon near Pune to produce 100–750 kVA diesel generator sets. With an annual production capacity of around 1,000 units, the plant will cater to commercial, industrial, healthcare, hospitality, education, government and rental sectors.

Renewable energy / Other Renewables | 31/07/2026 | By News Bureau

Nama PWP Floats Consultancy Tender for 3 GW Solar 2030 IPPs in Oman

Oman's Nama PWP has invited bids for financial and commercial consultancy services to support the development and competitive procurement of three 1 GW Solar 2030 IPPs with a combined capacity of 3 GW.

Middle East Market | 31/07/2026 | By EI News Network

Olectra Deploys 4,000 Electric Buses Across India, Marking E-Mobility Milestone

Olectra Greentech became the first electric bus manufacturer in India to deploy 4,000 electric buses nationwide. The company delivered the e-bus to the Government of Himachal Pradesh during the induction of 297 electric buses into the HRTC fleet.

Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 31/07/2026 | By News Bureau

TPREL Begins Work on 800 MW Renewable Energy Project in Andhra Pradesh

TPREL has commenced its 800 MW renewable energy project in Andhra Pradesh, comprising 400 MW of solar and 400 MW of wind capacity, with Suzlon executing the wind EPC works. Developed under the state's Integrated Clean Energy Policy, the project will feature a 25 MW/50 MWh BESS, create around 4,000 jobs.

Energy efficiency | 31/07/2026 | By News Bureau

Grant Thornton Bharat Unveils Roadmap to Strengthen India's Critical Minerals Value Chain

Grant Thornton Bharat's report presents a comprehensive roadmap to strengthen India's critical minerals ecosystem through policy reforms, domestic value addition, recycling, strategic financing and overseas partnerships to support long-term energy security, industrial competitiveness and the country's Net Zero ambitions.

Renewable energy / Other Renewables | 31/07/2026 | By News Bureau

REconnect Summit Rajasthan 2026 Highlights Grid, Storage and Rooftop Solar Priorities

Industry leaders at the second edition of REconnect Summit Rajasthan 2026 discussed rooftop solar, manufacturing, BESS deployment, grid integration, transmission challenges, policy reforms and financing to accelerate Rajasthan's 125 GW renewable energy vision.

Business | 30/07/2026 | By EI News Network

MNRE Flags Incorrect Rooftop Solar Billing by DISCOMs, Refers Complaints for Resolution

MNRE has acknowledged complaints over incorrect electricity bills issued by DISCOMs after residential rooftop solar installations and is referring cases to state utilities to ensure resolution and accurate net metering.

Policies & Regulations | 30/07/2026 | By EI News Network

Schneider Electric and AMD Introduce Validated AI Data Centre Reference Design

Schneider Electric and AMD have partnered to develop a validated reference design for the AMD Helios rackscale solution, enabling faster, lower-risk deployment of high-density AI data centres with advanced power, cooling and digital infrastructure for scalable AI factory development.

Business | 30/07/2026 | By News Bureau

 
 
 
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